February 1, 2021

Freecoat Nails Preferred Sq. Footage: 1,400-1,800 s.f. Anticipated 12-Month Openings: 30-40 The beauty bar chain plans rapid growth and expects to expand its three locations to 100 units nationwide by 2024. This growth will mainly be in the Southeast and the company will look for similar markets as its Clean Juice concept with a focus More

Even though more and more stores and restaurants are opening up, customers have become conditioned to remain concerned about potential coronavirus transmission fears. With late winter/early spring being the traditionally high season for upper respiratory infections — whether it be COVID-19 or another flu-like virus — retail businesses have thankfully prepared for any customer angst More

This deal was in the works for over one year prior to having the Kale Me Crazy franchisee, Chunara Group of Companies, finally sign the NNN lease. There were numerous pauses due to COVID-19, but Kale Me Crazy had been eyeing potential spaces in the Sandy Springs/Dunwoody neighborhood for more than five years. The brand More

Sandwich chains, including Capriotti’s, Jersey Mike’s, Firehouse Subs, PrimoHoagies, McAlister’s Deli, Schlotzsky’s, Penn Station, la Madeleine French Bakery & Café, CAO Bakery & Café and Goodcents, have successfully pivoted to appeal to the new work-from-home customer who is wary of face-to-face contact. Consequently, drive thrus, grab-and-go offerings and breakfast/dinner options are now the new normal More